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FAQ<\/h1>\n

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Curiosity Lab is a autonomous vehicle test track and smart city living lab that facilitates technology innovation.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”Where is Curiosity Lab located?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

Curiosity Lab is located in Tech Park Atlanta, a 500 acre technology park. Facilities in the living lab include a 1.5 mile autonomous vehicle test track integrated into an existing roadway and a 25,000 square foot innovation center.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”Does Curiosity Lab conduct original research?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

No we are not innovators. We facilitate innovation by others.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”Who provides 5G and is there a cost to access?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

5G is provided by T-Mobile and there is no cost to access for testing.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”Is City Hall a part of Curiosity Lab?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

Peachtree Corners City Hall is located at midpoint of the test track and serves as the central hub of the smart city ecosystem. State-of-art conference facilities and meeting rooms provide ecosystem partners places to connect. City Hall is located at 310 Technology Parkway.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”Do you have an incubator?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

Curiosity Lab, Georgia Tech and T-Mobile created the Connected Future Incubator focused on 5G. \u00a0Managed by the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) and located in Curiosity Lab, applications are accepted on a rolling basis.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”How long is the Track?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

It is 3 miles. Human driven traffic crosses the track more than 30 times.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Curiosity Lab is open to any advanced vehicle testing all the way up to level 5 autonomous vehicles.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”Do you have Indoor Drone Test Facilities?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

We do not have indoor drone options at this time.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”What does it cost to test on the track?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

There is no charge to utilize Lab infrastructure including 5G, test track, DSRC, smart poles.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”Is there a charge to use the innovation center?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

Companies accepted to test at Curiosity Lab are welcome to use the Innovation Center for up to 30 days at no cost. After 30 days, regular member rates apply.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”Who can test?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

Testing is open to early stage technology companies, Fortune 500 companies and innovative companies of all sizes who want to test emerging technologies focused on smart city, mobility and IOT. Application is required.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”Are there regulatory requirements to test?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

All vehicles must meet government regulatory requirements for their type.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”Does Curiosity Lab own IP developed onsite?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

No, Curiosity Lab is not interested in IP and waives all rights to IP developed onsite.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”Is there a cost to access the prototype design lab?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

The prototype design lab is available to members and testers for an additional access fee of $150 per person per month. Additional insurance is required for lab use.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”Do you have internships?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

Many of our startups and partners are eager to nurture and hire people passionate about technology. We do not post openings. If you are a student looking for an opportunity, please send an email designed to impress and we will share with our ecosystem. info@curiositylabptc.com<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”Are there hotels nearby?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

There are 2 full service hotels with more than 1000 rooms and conference facilities at the south end of the test track.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Curiosity Lab is owned and operated by the City of Peachtree Corners GA.
\nThere is only one governmental entity that controls the road, sidewalk and right-of-way.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”How many people work in Tech Park?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

More than 8,000 people work in this busy office park and more than 1,000 people live here in townhomes and apartments.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”What infrastructure is available to test on?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

The advanced vehicle test track is a three mile loop with dedicated 10 1\/2 foot lanes. The City owns 100% of the road, sidewalk and right-of-way and is open to utilizing all. Additional smart city infrastructure is added on a regular basis.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/accordion_son][accordion_son size=”23″ title=”What is in the Innovation Center?” clr=”#f57d22″ bgclr=”#f2f2f2″ bodybg=”#ffffff”]<\/p>\n

The Innovation Center provides 25,000 feet of collaborative space including:<\/span><\/p>\n